Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Other Experience
References
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Elysse Castillo

Santa Ynez,CA

Summary

Passionate wine industry professional with five years of diverse experience spanning wine club management, tasting room leadership, shipping logistics, and event planning. I've had the privilege of working with two well respected female winemakers, learning many aspects of the wine industry. I've had the opportunity to assist during two harvests, gaining valuable production knowledge that inspired me to create my own label. Known for building strong relationships, managing successful projects and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Im dedicated to contributing to the growth and success of a winery, with a strong focus on efficiency and achieving results.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Tasting Room Lead/ Former Wine Club Manager

Story Of Soil
Los Olivos, CA
06.2021 - Current
  • In charge of online and in person shipping and communication
  • Former Wine Club Manager. My job included coordination with over 1200 wine club members for club customization or membership changes.
  • I created excel spreadsheets for all customers to organize orders, customizations and additional bottles purchased.
  • Each order was personalized so maintaining organization was essential.
  • I managed shipping team when wine club orders went out.
  • Designed wine club card and tasting sheet as well as event promotions
  • Hosted private tastings to large groups of people after hours
  • Maintain a necessary pace to give all customers a good experience in the tasting room
  • Helped with winery operations including stock, organization of the space to create better functionality
  • Helped pick and process fruit in the winery during harvest

Tasting Room Manager

Clementine Carter
Los Alamos , CA
10.2018 - 06.2021
  • Supervise daily operations
  • Train and mentor staff
  • Manage wine club sign ups- input into the system
  • Provide wine education
  • Create welcoming atmosphere
  • Oversee inventory and stocking
  • Help with coordinating private events and club member gatherings.
  • Wine club shipping logistics
  • Manage POS and sales reporting

Food Server, Barista, Cashier

The Baker's Table
Santa Ynez, CA
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • Illustrated knowledge of menu and service offerings to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
  • Welcomed guests with a personable attitude and smile, offering to bring their beverage orders while they reviewed the menu.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management.
  • Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire store.
  • Communicated information to customers about product quality, value and style.
  • Prepared coffee and espresso drinks.


Catering Server, Bartender

1880 Union Hotel
Los Alamos, CA
11.2017 - 04.2018
  • Set up and tore down all catering services in banquet halls and at customer locations.
  • Worked multi-course dinners with pre-plated foods.
  • Prepared the buffet and salad bar for dinner service.
  • Regularly checked on guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and beverages.

Wine Sommelier, Server

Standing Sun Wines
Buellton, CA
07.2016 - 08.2017
  • Served guests at private organized dinners before music events. 
  • Maintained tidiness and organization throughout the bar area.
  • Handled cash, card, check, gift card and coupon transactions for customer purchases.
  • Completed opening and closing checklists according to set standards.
  • Established new customer accounts.
  • Oversaw bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders.
  • Maintained a neat personal appearance.

Harvester, and Sales.

Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard
Solvang, CA
05.2014 - 08.2014

*COMPLETED TWO CONSECUTIVE SUMMERS* (2014 & 2015) Maintained orchard and collected inventory for sales. Met incoming customers and provided assistance.
Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide accurate advice.
Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment methods.
Trained all new sales employees on effective techniques.
Increased purchase totals by recommending additional items.
Created attractive displays.

Food Expeditor, Server.

Fitzpatrick's Tavern Pub & Grill
Solvang, CA
11 2015 - 6 2016

Opened and closed bar tabs and transferred tabs to dining area. Demonstrated awareness of liability issues and the law by confirming legal drinking age and discontinuing service to intoxicated guests.
Completed opening and closing checklists according to set standards.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.

Horse exerciser, Ranch hand

Double M Ranch
Santa Ynez , California
5 2017 - 0 2018

Education

High School Diploma -

Santa Ynez Valley High School

Psychology

Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA

Skills

  • Wine club management: organization, problem-solving, time management, growth in memberships, and member relations
  • Experienced in tasting room leadership and staff training on POS systems knowledgeable in wine education, with expertise In local terroir In charge of daily operations and creating a welcoming environment that encourages guest engagement and lasting brand relationships

  • Event planning and coordination: meeting deadlines, working with vendors, budgeting and cost management, promotion on social media, creative theming and atmosphere curation
  • Shipping & logistics: Order fulfillment, inventory management, maintaining clear communication with customers to coordinate successful deliveries
  • Team collaboration: conflict resolution, foster a positive and supportive team culture to keep staff motivated

Affiliations

SBCC Presidents Honor Roll Academic Achievement Award

Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Other Experience

I Backpacked through the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland from June 13, 2018 to August 15, 2018. I successfully saved up and planned for a three month trip. I learned how to budget properly, and manage day to day travel and accomodations. I learned how to adapt to new environments and overcome challenges with confidence and flexibility. This trip strengthened my ability to act with self reliance and independence. 

References

Jessica Gasca 

Owner and winemaker Story of Soil

Cell: (805) 220-8248

Sonja Magdevski 

Owner and Winemaker Clementine Carter 

Cell: (310) 774-1393

Brandon Anders 

Hospitality Manager Story of Soil

Cell: (845) 901-9195

Timeline

Tasting Room Lead/ Former Wine Club Manager

Story Of Soil
06.2021 - Current

Tasting Room Manager

Clementine Carter
10.2018 - 06.2021

Food Server, Barista, Cashier

The Baker's Table
01.2018 - 05.2018

Catering Server, Bartender

1880 Union Hotel
11.2017 - 04.2018

Wine Sommelier, Server

Standing Sun Wines
07.2016 - 08.2017

Harvester, and Sales.

Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard
05.2014 - 08.2014

Food Expeditor, Server.

Fitzpatrick's Tavern Pub & Grill
11 2015 - 6 2016

Horse exerciser, Ranch hand

Double M Ranch
5 2017 - 0 2018

High School Diploma -

Santa Ynez Valley High School

Psychology

Santa Barbara City College
Elysse Castillo